2017 Ford Kuga review | What Car? What Car? Team Learn how we test cars The original Ford Kuga was a good-looking compact SUV that failed to live up to its smart looks. It wasn't very practical, for starters, and it was disappointing to drive. The car on sale today is actually the second-generation Kuga, launched in 2008, and just recently facelifted in 2016. Fortunately, this replacement is a better all-rounder, and buyers can choose from a pair of 2.0-litre diesels and a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol that's also available in two power outputs. It competes against popular mid-size SUVs such as the Honda CR-V , Mazda CX-5 and Volkswagen Tiguan . There are also four-wheel drive models, which will appeal to those who tow regularly, because these have a braked towing limit of 2100kg, compared with the 1800kg limit of front-wheel drive models. Read on over the next few pages to get our in depth impressions of the latest Kuga, along with our verdict on which trim versions make most sense.

Page 1 of 5 Ford Kuga review Ford Kuga review Alex Robbins , Consumer Editor, Telegraph Cars 8 December 2015 • 9:37am Ford Kuga The Ford Kuga is a medium-sized 4x4 that's very safe but a little bland Ford probably isn’t the first manufacturer you’d think to turn to when buying a small 4x4, but it’s quietly built up quite a history of affordable and user-friendly off-roaders that are easy to drive, easy to use, and as easy to service and maintain as any other Ford. Its current offering is the second-generation Kuga, which takes Ford’s family face and applies it to a traditional tall and square 4x4 profile. Despite this, Ford says it has managed to make the Kuga aerodynamic, efficient and fun to drive. Space 6/10 Decent for passengers but tight in the boot In both the front and rear seats, the Kuga has acres of space, so you can seat four adults comfortably if you need to. And while the middle seat is raised, meaning it offers less head room, it’s very wide, so whoever sits in it won’t feel too squeezed by their fellow passengers.

The Kuga is also easy to get in and out of, thanks to its raised ride height and wide door openings. Unfortunately, the penalty for all that passenger space is the smallest load compartment in its class, by quite some way. Rivals like the Honda CR-V offer considerably more boot space, whether the seats are up or down. True, the Kuga's rear seats are easy to fold, thanks to a neat handle in the boot that pings them down, but they leave a large step in the floor, which will prevent you from sliding larger objects in. The Kuga doesn’t give you the option of seven seats, either, unlike the Nissan X-Trail . Comfort 5/10 Not the most comfortable place to be The Kuga offers lots of adjustment for the driver’s seat and steering wheel, making it easy to get comfortable, no matter how you’re built, although the seats themselves are rather firm and unyielding. Similarly, while the Kuga doesn’t crash over potholes like some small 4x4s do, the ride quality isn’t particularly soft, either. It fidgets and jostles you about unless you’re on a very smooth road, which isn’t all that relaxing.

Our test car also produced quite a lot of wind and tyre noise – although it wasn't helped by the fact it was fitted with roof rails and wide, 19-inch wheels. Book a free Ford Kuga home test drive Dashboard layout 4/10 Too much unappealing plastic, and fiddly to use Ford has taken the same curving, swooping dashboard design it uses in the Fiesta and Focus to good effect, and scaled it up for the Kuga. However, it doesn’t work so well here; there are lots of jarring angles, so it looks rather busy. To make matters worse, there are great swathes of cheap-feeling black plastic, which makes it all feel a bit dour. Then there's the issue of usability. The small screen mounted on top of the dashboard is so far away that it can be difficult to read at a glance. And Ford’s in-car entertainment and options menu system feels dated and slow. In common with Ford’s other models, there are an awful lot of buttons on the dash, which can be confusing and fiddly to use.

And if you specify cruise control, make sure you work out how to use it before you get on the road – the controls aren’t very easy to understand. Still, there are a few nice touches, including the extra outer air vents which let you point air at your body and at your face at the same time. We also like the way the indicator stalks are angled upward, so that you can read their functions clearly through the steering wheel. Easy to drive 5/10 Gawky clutch spoils things The Kuga has power-assisted steering that becomes lighter at parking speeds to help with manoeuvring. What’s more, if you want an automatic gearbox, you’ll be pleased to know that this can be combined with a petrol engine or a diesel - although both are four-wheel-drive only, so you can expect high fuel consumption. It still might be worth a look, because the clutch pedal on manual cars doesn't release smoothly, making progress jerky in stop-start traffic. Also disappointing is the fact that parking sensors are so hard to come by. You get them as standard only on the very expensive Titanium X Sport trim, whereas most rivals offer them on all but their entry-level models.

They’re worth having, too, because although the Kuga has a fairly vertical rear end, the chunky metalwork around the rear window makes it easy to miss objects behind you. Up front, it’s not all that easy to tell where the nose ends, either. Fun to drive 7/10 Pleasant and secure, rather than enthralling The Kuga isn’t exactly going to rival a hot hatchback for thrills, but then, you wouldn’t expect it to; it is, after all, a high-riding 4x4. It leans over a little more than some rivals, like the Nissan X-Trail, but the payoff is that it offers more feedback through the steering. There’s also plenty of grip, and four-wheel-drive variants offer excellent traction. It is, in other words, secure, confidence-inspiring and pleasing to hustle along a back road – though we’d stop short of calling it exciting.

Reliability 6/10 A half-decent record, but it's a shame about the warranty While the current Kuga is too new to have been a part of the latest JD Power customer satisfaction survey, the previous model didn’t do all that well, coming 77th out of 109 cars. That said, the latest Ford Focus, with which the Kuga shares more in common than its predecessor, came 55th – and while that’s hardly a resounding success, it is at least average, rather than poor. Ford ranks highly in the Warranty Direct Reliability Index, which is based on warranty claims, rather than a survey. It is disappointing to note, however, that Ford only offers a three-year warranty that’s limited to 60,000 miles on the Kuga. It’s one of the least convincing warranty offerings in this class. Fuel economy 6/10 About average for the class The Kuga’s fuel economy figures can’t match up to the Nissan X-Trail’s, and they’re a fair way behind those of the Mazda CX-5 .

However, they’re pretty much on a par with the Volkswagen Tiguan’s, and they’re marginally better than those of the Kia Sportage . The Honda CR-V is more economical if you choose a diesel version, but less so with a petrol engine. Affordability 8/10 Reasonable prices, and some good discounts available You can buy a Kia Sportage or a Hyundai IX35 for less, but it won’t be as powerful or as well-equipped as the Kuga. Like-for-like, the prices are actually about the same. With the exception of those two, the Kuga tends to be fractionally cheaper than most of its rivals. Ford dealers also tend to offer decent discounts, which should make the price you pay very reasonable indeed. You’ll also find the Kuga to be very affordable if you plan to lease, and it holds its value pretty well. That said, its carbon dioxide emissions aren’t as low as the Mazda CX-5’s, so it’ll cost a little more to tax, especially if you’re a company car driver. Safety 10/10 Some extremely impressive crash test results Whichever way you cut it, Ford has made a safe car in the Kuga.

The benchmark Euro NCAP safety test gave it an extremely strong score in adult protection, while its child and pedestrian protection scores were also good. Even more impressive was the 100 per cent mark the Kuga was given for its safety assistance systems. You can see why. Systems which help to prevent skidding under braking and around corners are both standard, and every Kuga gets both front and side airbags for driver and passenger, and a knee airbag for the former, as well as curtain airbags which run down the side windows. You can also specify a system which detects an impending collision at urban speeds and warns the driver, before applying the brakes. Finally, all Kugas have a system which helps to stop you from rolling back into the car behind you on a hill start. Standard spec 7/10 The base model has all the equipment most people will need The Zetec model might be the cheapest Kuga, but it still gets some nice toys, such as cruise control, a digital radio, Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity, a heated front windscreen, air conditioning and keyless start.

Move up to the Titanium version, and you also get automatic headlights and wipers, part-leather trim, dual-zone climate control, and a rear-view mirror that dims itself automatically. The Titanium X model adds leather upholstery, heated front seats, an opening glass panoramic roof, xenon headlamps, an electrically-adjustable driver’s seat, and tray tables on the backs of the front seats. Then there’s the Titanium X Sport, which gives you a body styling kit, satnav, a reversing camera, and electrically folding door mirrors. With the exception of its lack of parking sensors, the Kuga is roughly about as well-specified as its rivals, when compared like-for-like. Only the Honda CR-V tends to offer a little more equipment for the same price. Our favourite version Zetec 2.0 TDCi 140 FWD, list price £22,400 Options you should add Metallic paint (£545) and rear parking sensors (£275) The verdict 6/10 The Kuga isn’t a bad car. It’s very safe, for starters, and that’s something for which it should be commended.

But while you probably won’t find it a disagreeable car to live with, there are quite a few rivals out there that are easier to drive, more spacious or cheaper to run. Follow The Telegraph Ford Kuga 2016 - SUV | Ford UK Overview FORD KUGA Powerful, refined and stylish, both inside and out, the Ford Kuga is a smart SUV. The Ford Kuga has excellent stowage capacity and boasts the very latest on-demand technology to keep your dream of off-road adventure alive. An Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system adapts to terrain and conditions in an instant, Active City Stop automatically applies the brakes at low speed to prevent a collision and Ford SYNC 2 with voice control and 8" touchscreen reads out text messages and gives you hands-free control of your music, calls and much more. We’re also proud to be the first to introduce an innovative hands-free liftgate to one of our SUVs. It’s so easy to operate, even with your hands full, simply wave your foot under the bumper and the liftgate will open and close. Packed full of many more innovative features, the Ford Kuga takes SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) styling and technology to a whole new level.

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Ford Unveils Advanced, Sporty and Efficient New Kuga SUV with SYNC 3, Expanding Ford’s European SUV Range | Ford of Europe | Ford Media Center Downloads 20-Feb-2016 | BARCELONA, Spain Ford Unveils Advanced, Sporty and Efficient New Kuga SUV with SYNC 3, Expanding Ford’s European SUV Range Untitled Document New Ford Kuga sport utility vehicle debuts with intuitive SYNC 3 connectivity, hands-free parking in side-by-side spaces and enhanced Active City Stop Technologically advanced Kuga is one of five all-new or redesigned Ford vehicles that will compete in the SUV and crossover space in the next three years Bold and sporty exterior features new trapezoidal grille, new headlights incorporating LED daytime running lights, and new colours Guard Grey and vibrant Copper Pulse New 120 PS 1.5-litre TDCi diesel engine expected to deliver improved fuel efficiency; Ford Intelligent All Wheel Drive enhances grip, especially in slippery conditions Meticulously crafted interior offers simpler controls, and improved comfort with heated steering wheel; Adaptive Front Lighting System tailors Kuga headlight beam to environment BARCELONA, Spain, Feb.

20, 2016 – Ford Motor Company today revealed the new Kuga, offering customers a more technologically advanced, refined and sportier redesign of one of Europe’s favourite sport utility vehicles. The sophisticated new Kuga will offer technologies and updates to make driving simpler, safer, more enjoyable and more affordable. These include Ford’s new SYNC 3 communications and entertainment system, innovative driver assistance technologies, an ergonomic and comfortable interior and a new 120 PS 1.5-litre TDCi diesel engine. The bold and sporty new Kuga debuts at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. The new Kuga also will offer Ford’s Perpendicular Parking technology that helps drivers park hands‑free in spaces alongside other cars; an enhanced version of the Active City Stop collision avoidance system; and Ford’s Adaptive Front Lighting System for optimised visibility in low light. Further sophisticated technologies include Hands-Free Liftgate and Ford Intelligent All Wheel Drive. “New Kuga offers cutting-edge new features and technologies that will help drivers stay connected, comfortable, safe and stylish on the road,” said Joe Bakaj, vice president, Product Development, Ford of Europe.

“The sophisticated redesign has given Kuga a fresh and modern feel, while SYNC 3 enables drivers to communicate with their vehicle and connected devices in seamless ways that would have seemed impossible just a few years ago.” Ford is launching the new Kuga and the larger Edge SUV this year, after introducing an updated EcoSport last year. Ford is bolstering its SUV line-up just as it has been predicted by industry sales analyst IHS that sales in the SUV segment are poised to increase to 27 percent of all vehicle sales in Europe by 2020. New Kuga and the Edge are among five all-new or redesigned Ford vehicles that will compete in the SUV and crossover space in the next three years. Kuga spearheaded the company’s SUV expansion for Europe after first going on sale in 2008. Sales increased to a record 102,000 in 2015 – up by 19 per cent compared with 2014*. Ford expects to surpass 200,000 SUV sales in Europe for the first time in 2016 – a growth of more than 30 per cent compared with 2015.

“Ford is delivering a European SUV line-up that offers the stylish design, car‑like dynamics, and sophisticated technologies that consumers desire,” Bakaj said. “Demand for SUVs is stronger than ever, and Ford is expanding its range to offer everything from rugged models with true go‑anywhere ability to sporty models designed to suit urban lifestyles.” SYNC 3 The new Ford Kuga will allow drivers to control audio, navigation, and climate functions plus connected smartphones using simple, more conversational voice commands, with Ford’s new SYNC 3 connectivity system. Ford has drawn on more than 22,000 comments, and insights gained from research clinics and surveys to ensure the new version is the most customer‑centric system to date. SYNC 3 delivers faster performance, simplified commands, and supports five additional languages. ** Simply by pushing a button and saying “I need a coffee,” “I need petrol,” and “I need to park,” drivers can locate nearby cafés, petrol stations or car parks, and find train stations, airports, and hotels. Kuga drivers can operate SYNC 3’s 8-inch touchscreen in the same way that they use their smartphones.

A new interface features larger, easier to operate buttons and enables pinch and swipe gestures for the first time. iPhone users can activate Apple CarPlay, the smarter, safer way to use your iPhone in the car allowing drivers to make phone calls, access music, send and receive messages, get directions optimised for traffic conditions, and more while they stay focused on the road. Android™ users can activate Android Auto™. Android Auto makes apps and services that drivers already know and love, accessible in safer and seamless ways including Google Search, Google Maps and Google Play. Software can be updated over-the-air via Wi-Fi. SYNC 3 also delivers SYNC AppLink for customers, enabling voice-activation from the driver’s seat of a range of smartphone apps that for the first time now includes MyBoxMan , HearMeOut, AccuWeather, Cadena Ser and Los 40 Principales. “Whether you are craving your morning cappuccino on your daily commute or covering the cost of a journey by transporting a package, SYNC 3 brings to life innovative new ways of staying connected on the move,” said Christof Kellerwessel, chief engineer, Electronic and Electrical Systems Engineering, Ford of Europe.

“Designed to complement modern smartphones, with an intuitive 8‑inch touch screen, SYNC 3 understands more natural speech, is faster, and offers an easier-to-read graphical interface.” Sophisticated technology for simpler parking The new Ford Kuga will make driving and parking simpler for customers, using sophisticated Ford driver assistance technologies. New Perpendicular Parking functionality enhances the semi-autonomous Active Park Assist technology specified by almost half of Kuga customers last year. Using additional ultrasonic sensors, Perpendicular Parking at the push of a button enables drivers to locate parking spaces alongside other cars as well as parallel to the road, and steers the vehicle into them while the driver controls the accelerator and brake. Additional sensors enable technologies that also help Kuga drivers as they manoeuvre out of parking spaces: Cross Traffic Alert warns drivers reversing out of a parking space of vehicles that may soon be crossing behind them. Operating with radar at a range of up to 40 metres (131 feet), the system issues three warning signals if it detects a vehicle approaching from either side Park-Out Assist helps drivers as they exit a parallel parking space.

After the driver has chosen either the left or right hand side the system operates the steering while the driver operates the accelerator and brake New Kuga offers an enhanced version of Ford’s Active City Stop collision avoidance system, which now operates at speeds of up to 50 km/h (31 mph), increased from 30 km/h (19 mph). Active City Stop uses sensors at the front of the vehicle to look for stationary objects in the road ahead and pre-charges the brakes if the vehicle is approaching an object too quickly. If the driver still does not respond the system reduces engine torque and automatically applies the brakes to reduce the impact of collisions, or avoid them altogether. The latest generation Ford MyKey technology allows new Kuga owners to programme a key for younger drivers that can inhibit incoming phone calls; restrict top speed; prevent deactivation of driver assistance and safety features; reduce audio system maximum volume, and disable the audio system altogether if occupants are not using safety belts. The enhanced MyKey system offers a greater number of choices in both the speed limiter and speed minder settings.

Stylish Kuga The new Kuga features Ford’s latest design language for a bold and sporty look that is shared with the EcoSport compact SUV and all-new Edge large SUV. A large upper trapezoidal grille and a smaller lower grille are flanked by sleek new headlamps incorporating LED Daytime Running Lights and complemented by stylish fog lamps. Restyled taillights complete the sporty look, while a new range of 17- 18- and 19-inch alloy wheel designs also will be available in variety of finishes including Luster Nickel. Two new colours, Guard Grey and the vibrant shade Copper Pulse, will be offered throughout the range. A power-operated retractable tow bar automatically stores itself out of sight below the rear bumper when not in use, to retain the new Kuga’s sporty looks. The new Kuga’s meticulously crafted interior has been refined to offer a more ergonomic, stylish and comfortable experience for occupants. The steering wheel and air-conditioning controls are even more intuitive, and feature fewer and more easily distinguishable buttons and switches, making the controls easier to recognise and navigate.

The steering wheel is also offered with heated leather to improve comfort in cold weather, while all automatic new Kuga models will feature paddle-shift controls that enable drivers to manually select gears while keeping their hands on the wheel. New convenience features make Kuga even more user-friendly; an electronic parking brake is effortless to operate and frees room for improved storage in the centre console, while a door lock indicator will tell drivers at a glance whether the doors are locked. The New Kuga also offers Hands-Free Liftgate that can be opened or closed using a kicking motion beneath the rear bumper. The technology, which was specified by more than 1-in-3 Kuga customers in Europe last year, helps parents to easily access the boot when returning to their vehicle with shopping, pushchairs or toddlers. Powerful and fuel-efficient engines A new 120 PS 1.5-litre TDCi diesel engine replaces the outgoing 2.0-litre TDCi. Offered with front-wheel drive, Ford is targeting a fuel efficiency improvement for the new engine of about 5 per cent to 4.4 l/100 km (64.2 mpg) and 115 g/km CO2*** while producing the same power.

Also available will be a 2.0-litre TDCi diesel engine with 150 PS in front-wheel drive and Ford Intelligent All Wheel Drive versions that achieve from 4.7 l/100 km (60.1 mpg) and 122 g/km CO2; and a 180 PS Intelligent All Wheel Drive version that delivers from 5.2 l/100 km (54.3 mpg) and 135 g/km CO2. Ford’s 1.5-litre EcoBoost petrol engine in 120 PS or 150 PS front-wheel drive form achieves 6.2 l/100 km (45.6 mpg) and 143 g/km CO2; and a 182 PS Intelligent All Wheel Drive version delivers from 7.4 l/100 km (38.2 mpg) and 171 g/km CO2. Enhanced visibility and safety The latest Ford technologies and sophisticated body engineering help drivers see more clearly and enhance safety on the road for new Kuga occupants and other road users.

Ford’s Adaptive Front Lighting System is available for the first time on Kuga and monitors ambient light conditions and automatically optimises visibility by adjusting the beam angle of the new bi‑xenon headlights to one of seven settings depending on the vehicle’s speed, steering angle and distance to an object in front. The new Kuga’s sculpted bonnet features a wider, uninterrupted central dome that not only serves to complement Kuga’s sporty new looks, but also incorporates a structural design that more closely controls deformability and flexibility of the bonnet, improving pedestrian protection in an accident. The bonnet and rear liftgate also have been re-engineered to help mitigate damage to more expensive-to-replace components following a collision. New Kuga also offers advanced Ford technologies, including: Ford Intelligent All Wheel D rive, which adjusts the amount of torque sent to each wheel, optimising handling and traction especially in slippery conditions Curve Control, which mitigates against loss of control should a driver enter a bend with too much speed Torque Vectoring Control, which enhances the driving experience by applying a small amount of braking to inside wheels to assist traction and stability when cornering “Sophisticated technologies like our Intelligent All Wheel Drive enhance safety and confidence for our customers,” Bakaj said.

“Intelligent All Wheel Drive measures how the car’s wheels are gripping the road surface and can make adjustments in less than 20 milliseconds – 20 times quicker than it takes to blink.” # # # *Sales figures quoted for Ford’s 20 European main markets where it is represented through National Sales Companies. The Euro 20 markets are: Austria, Belgium, Britain, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Romania, Sweden and Switzerland. **New languages for SYNC 3 include Czech, Danish, Norwegian, Polish (including voice control) and Swedish (including voice control). They build on the European languages already available for SYNC: Dutch, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish and U.K. English ***The declared Fuel/Energy Consumptions, CO2 emissions and electric range are measured according to the technical requirements and specifications of the European Regulations (EC) 715/2007 and (EC) 692/2008 as last amended. Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are specified for a vehicle variant and not for a single car.

The applied standard test procedure enables comparison between different vehicle types and different manufacturers. In addition to the fuel efficiency of a car, driving behaviour as well as other non-technical factors play a role in determining a car's fuel/energy consumption, CO2 emissions and electric range. CO2 is the main greenhouse gas responsible for global warming. Android and Android Auto are trademarks of Google Inc. About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company is a global automotive and mobility company based in Dearborn, Mich. With about 199,000 employees and 67 plants worldwide, the company’s core business includes designing, manufacturing, marketing financing and servicing a full line of Ford cars, trucks, SUVs and electrified vehicles, as well as Lincoln luxury vehicles. At the same time, Ford is aggressively pursuing emerging opportunities through Ford Smart Mobility, the company’s plan to be a leader in connectivity, mobility, autonomous vehicles, the customer experience and data and analytics.

For more information regarding Ford, its products worldwide or Ford Motor Credit Company, visit .​​ Ford of Europe is responsible for producing, selling and servicing Ford brand vehicles in 50 individual markets and employs approximately 53,000 employees at its wholly owned facilities and approximately 68,000 people when joint ventures and unconsolidated businesses are included. In addition to Ford Motor Credit Company, Ford Europe operations include Ford Customer Service Division and 24 manufacturing facilities (16 wholly owned or consolidated joint venture facilities and 8 unconsolidated joint venture facilities). The first Ford cars were shipped to Europe in 1903 – the same year Ford Motor Company was founded. European production started in 1911. Contacts Ford Kuga 2016 - SUV | Ford UK Overview FORD KUGA Powerful, refined and stylish, both inside and out, the Ford Kuga is a smart SUV. The Ford Kuga has excellent stowage capacity and boasts the very latest on-demand technology to keep your dream of off-road adventure alive.

An Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system adapts to terrain and conditions in an instant, Active City Stop automatically applies the brakes at low speed to prevent a collision and Ford SYNC 2 with voice control and 8" touchscreen reads out text messages and gives you hands-free control of your music, calls and much more. We’re also proud to be the first to introduce an innovative hands-free liftgate to one of our SUVs. It’s so easy to operate, even with your hands full, simply wave your foot under the bumper and the liftgate will open and close. Packed full of many more innovative features, the Ford Kuga takes SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) styling and technology to a whole new level. 2012 Ford Kuga | car review @ Top Speed EcoBoost options down on power compared to U.S. versions Design already two years old in U.S. Press Release Ford designers employed trend spotting on a global scale to ensure the all-new Kuga meets the needs of the customers – wherever they are in the world. Ford experts identified the varied and often conflicting worldwide tastes to deliver cross-continental appeal for the company’s first global compact SUV.

This included reconciling the popularity of larger vehicles in North America with a European preference for more compact cars, and accommodating the popularity of lighter interior materials in Asia with a tendency for European buyers to go for darker shades. It also meant employing colour, design and spatial solutions to create the finished product as well as ensuring a degree of market-specific customisation. The inspiration for trim and colour palettes came from sources as diverse as climbing shoes, make-up, jewellery and furnishings. “Great design can turn an object that you need to have, into an object you love,” said Chris Bird, design director, Ford of Europe, who is responsible for colour, material and vehicle personalisation. “That is why we put so much thought and feeling into cars like Kuga, making them appealing and relevant no matter where our customers are. “For example, size-perception is different in each region,” he added. “More customers in Europe and Asia now choose compact SUVs as an alternative to conventional niche products like coupes. In North America there is a growing trend to downsize, but our customers there still want to combine style and space, so it’s important to get that balance.

“We made this work by collaborating closely with our engineering colleagues on details including getting the size of the wheels just right and incorporating Ford’s kinetic design in the exterior dimensions.” “In Asia, lighter interiors are more desirable,” said Ulrike Dahm, colour and trim supervisor, Ford of Europe, who specialises in Asian markets. “Many people live in huge cities where space is at a premium, so having a light and airy interior is seen as luxurious. In Europe, colours and trim take a lot of influence from the tech industry and are generally darker. Gloss black is a popular choice.” All-new Ford Kuga will launch with a global colour called Ginger Ale, a subtle green hue to reflect its active outdoor capabilities, but with rich, sophisticated tones to harmonise with the slick urban environment where many models will find a home. Whilst the all-new Kuga showcases the evolution of Ford’s Kinetic design on the popular compact SUV platform, highlighting its new spacious, high quality interior, it also introduces creative and practical technologies. These include the hands-free automatic tailgate, which can be opened and closed simply by kicking a foot under the rear bumper.

“Innovative technologies like the hands-free automatic tailgate clearly sets new Kuga apart from its competitors,” said Ford of Europe chairman and CEO Stephen Odell. “But more importantly they provide customers with everyday advantages. All-new Kuga is more spacious, dynamic and capable than the current model, which continues to be popular with our European customers.” Ford’s voice-activated in-car connectivity system SYNC also will be available on Kuga. It features Emergency Assistance, which enables SYNC to help occupants place a call to the emergency services directly in the event of an accident. The all-new Kuga features boot-space with an increased capacity of 82-litres, while the rear seats fold flat at the touch of a button. The all-new Kuga will go on sale in the UK at the end of this year.

Question: Which car manufacturer makes the Kuga model?
Answer: Ford